What to prepare in the air fryer? One of the big questions that arise when buying one. We know that when people talk about air fryers, the first thing that comes to mind is French fries. But we also know that it is not logical to make an investment just for that.
Well, the truth is that these powerful machines came to change our lives and do magic thanks to their innovative technology. Which is based on the circulation of hot air at high speed. This hot air is responsible for giving the food cooking and texture similar to that of frying with oil. It should be remembered that the difference between an oil fryer and an air fryer is really great in terms of lightness and functionality. They are easy to clean and do not emit any type of odor or oil splashes.
What to prepare in the air fryer?
Preparing French fries is just the tip of the iceberg because you can actually prepare any type of fry in the air fryer. From some onion rings to a beefsteak. Here is a small list of everything you can cook in an air fryer.
• Bake cakes
• Grill vegetables
• fry eggs
• Fish
• Make skewers
• Potato chips
• Fried chicken
• BBQ ribs
• Empanadas
• Seafood
• Snacks
• Arepas
Namely; everything you can do in an oil fryer, oven, or pan, you can also do in an air fryer and with the advantage that you can roast, roast, bake and fry in less time and with little or no oil.
You can prepare greasy foods such as bacon, donuts, and empanadas in the fryer; with the difference that the fat goes to the bottom of the basket, while the preparations are cooking on the rack without being immersed in oil.
What is the ideal fryer to prepare your food?
There are several types of fryers, each one with characteristics that stand out, but in essence, they all fulfill the same function of frying with little oil.
The ones that stand out the most in the market are those with Actifry technology from T-fal and Phillips. Which are hot air fryers with a round bowl and a central paddle that moves the food slowly.
Other standouts include Cosori brand Air Crips and Ninja brand TenderCrisp, which include a powerful convection fan to cook food up to 2 times faster than a traditional oven.
But this is just to mention a few, as in general there are many other brands that also offer great functions.
Something that makes these brands stand out is their versatility and functionality when it comes to cooking.
Well, you can prepare foods such as baked stuffed mushrooms, chicken in sauce, and desserts.
It should be borne in mind that these dishes require cooking at a controlled temperature and with accessories suitable for high temperatures.
